C1 noun #14,551 most common

A supposed truth that has been passed down by word of mouth

old wives' tale in 30 Seconds

  • (noun) A supposed truth that has been passed down by word of mouth
  • (noun) A rumour, myth or superstition; something which is almost certainly untrue, despite acceptance by many.

Meanings

  1. 1
    noun A supposed truth that has been passed down by word of mouth
  2. 2
    noun A rumour, myth or superstition; something which is almost certainly untrue, despite acceptance by many.
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